Molecular Devices SpectraMax GEMINI EM, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 2
2-4 SpectraMax GEMINI EM Operator’s Manual
3) Insert the female end of the power cord into the power receptacle at the
rear of the SpectraMax GEMINI EM. Connect the male end to a grounded
power outlet of the appropriate voltage. Molecular Devices recommends
that you use a surge protector between the power cord and the grounded
power outlet.
4) Insert the 8-pin DIN round end of the computer connection cord into the
RS-232 serial port receptacle on the back panel of the instrument. Attach
the other end to your computer (see Appendix A for more information).
5) Turn the SpectraMax GEMINI EM around so that the control panel now
faces you. Be sure no cables run beneath the instrument. Leave at least
three inches between the back of the instrument and the nearest objects or
surfaces to ensure proper ventilation and cooling.
Installing the
Drawer
Adapter
If you are reading standard 96-well or 384-well microplates from the top, you
will need to install the drawer adapter.
Incorrect insertion or removal of the adapter may cause
damage to the microplate drawer of the SpectraMax GEMINI EM. The
corner cut-out must be in the lower left corner where the plate pusher
is located.
1) Turn power to the instrument on.
2) Press the
[Drawer]
button on the front panel or activate the drawer open
command in SoftMax Pro software.
3) Hold the adapter so that the label is on the front side facing up.
4) Place the top back (Row A) portion of the adapter into the drawer
fi rst.
The corner cut-out must be in the lower left corner where the plate pusher
is located. While pushing against the back edge of the adapter, lower the
front of the adapter into the drawer (see Figure 2.2).
Figure 2.2: Adapter Inserted in Microplate Drawer
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CAUTION: